Recent NewsCleveland Marathon Announces University Hospitals as its New Title SponsorFebruary 12, 2025Cleveland Marathon Announces University Hospitals as its New Title Sponsor CLEVELAND - (February 12, 2025) — The Cleveland Marathon today named University Hospitals the official title sponsor for the Cleveland Marathon’s 2025 season. The multi-year commitment deepens the relationship between the marathon and UH which have been partners since 2015, with UH Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute serving as the official healthcare provider for the event. The University Hospitals Cleveland Marathon is slated for race weekend, May 17-18, 2025. “You couldn’t ask for a better partner than University Hospitals,” said Executive Race Director Jack Staph. “UH has played a critical role for a long time, serving as our Official Medical Provider and ensuring the best possible care for the thousands of runners that come to Cleveland each year. This race is all about Cleveland and it makes me particularly proud to deepen our relationship with an institution that’s been part of Northeast Ohio for more than 155 years.” “We are honored to continue our longstanding partnership with the Cleveland Marathon which attracts runners of all skill levels to Northeast Ohio.” said James Voos, MD, Chairman, Department of Orthopedic Surgery and the Jack and Mary Herrick Distinguished Chair, Orthopedics and Sports Medicine at University Hospitals. “Our comprehensive medical team is inspired to continue providing world class care during the event and enhance the overall experience.” "This is really the icing on the cake for us,” said Race Director Ralph Staph. “When people come to Cleveland, they see the best of this city. They meet the best people. They are cheered on by the greatest spectators from downtown to Tremont, and all along Lake Erie. Now when they run under that banner, they’ll have one of the country’s premier medical systems behind them like never before.” Registration is open for the 48th University Hospitals Cleveland Marathon which will welcome runners back to The Land for race weekend, May 17-18, 2025. As northeast Ohio’s premier distance running event, race weekend features activities for all ages and skill levels, from the 5k and Kids Fun Run to the half and full marathons and Two-Day Challenge Series. The University Hospitals Cleveland Marathon is committed to working with organizations featuring the diverse talent and ingenuity across northeast Ohio. The fun doesn’t stop at the finish line either. All guests can enjoy the 26.3 Mile After Party presented by Fat Head’s Brewery and the Cleveland Marathon Health & Fitness Expo presented by University Hospitals for a chance to check out and purchase the latest gear and engage with vendors. For more information or to register, head to clevelandmarathon.com. ———— About the University Hospitals Cleveland Marathon One of the 50 oldest races in the country, the University Hospitals Cleveland Marathon features the following opportunities: Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kids Fun Run and Challenge Series. Online registration and additional information are available at clevelandmarathon.com. There are opportunities for non-profit organizations to raise funds through their participation in the race through Cleveland Marathon Charities. Find out more at clevelandmarathon.com. About University Hospitals / Cleveland, Ohio Founded in 1866, University Hospitals serves the needs of patients through an integrated network of more than 20 hospitals (including five joint ventures), more than 50 health centers and outpatient facilities, and over 200 physician offices in 16 counties throughout northern Ohio. The system’s flagship quaternary care, academic medical center, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, is affiliated with Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Northeast Ohio Medical University, Oxford University, Taiwan National University College of Medicine and the Technion Israel Institute of Technology. The main campus also includes the UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital, ranked among the top children’s hospitals in the nation; UH MacDonald Women's Hospital, Ohio's only hospital for women; and UH Seidman Cancer Center, part of the NCI-designated Case Comprehensive Cancer Center. UH is home to some of the most prestigious clinical and research programs in the nation, with more than 3,000 active clinical trials and research studies underway. UH Cleveland Medical Center is perennially among the highest performers in national ranking surveys, including “America’s Best Hospitals” from U.S. News & World Report. UH is also home to 19 Clinical Care Delivery and Research Institutes. UH is one of the largest employers in Northeast Ohio with more than 30,000 employees. Follow UH on LinkedIn, Facebookand Twitter. For more information, visit UHhospitals.org. Top